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An intergovernmental organization of African countries. It was founded in 1963 to provide a forum for discussion of political and economic problems affecting African states and to formulate policies towards such problems. Precursor of the African Union.
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Organization of African Unity
Broader terms
African organizations
Narrower terms
African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights
Related terms
African peacekeeping forces
African Union
Lagos Plan of Action
OAU Charter
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02.05 AFRICAN ORGANIZATIONS
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